SEN Teaching Assistant - (Brewood SEN School, Deal, Kent)

eTeach UK Limited; Deal; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Care and Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for Brewood School in Deal, Kent. You will support pupils with SEN across 11-18, assisting with educational and social development, and helping to set up activities tailored to individual needs.

The role involves 1:1 work, classroom support, and positive behaviour management in a busy school environment. Prior experience with SEN and willingness to pursue TA qualifications are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience with children who have behavioural support needs.
• GCSE English and Maths (C or above) or functional skills equivalent.
• Willingness to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom to enable full engagement in activities.
• Assist with setting up activities and using technology to match pupils' needs.
• Support teachers and interact with students in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Work 1:1 with some students to provide focused learning time.

Skills

Behavioural management

1:1 support

Classroom engagement

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C or above)

Teaching assistant qualification or willingness

Tools

Educational technology

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - (Brewood SEN School, Deal, Kent)

Bright Futures, Inspired By You.Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you thrive in a dynamic and rewarding environment? If so, Horizon Care and Education is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team.Brewood School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls.Based in Deal in Kent, Brewood School meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11-18 with Special Educational Needs (SEN) including Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN), Autism, ADHD, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH).There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.

What you’ll get to do:

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Help to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Support teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.

What we’re looking for from you:

• Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs with a good knowledge of behavioural management techniques and strategies
• Grade C or above GCSE in English and Math, or L1/2 equivalent functional skills qualification
• Hold or be willing to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification

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